CHRISTOPHER COLSTON
McDonough,GA
Summary
Professional focused on HVAC systems with experience in installation, maintenance, and repair. Strong technical skills in diagnostics, troubleshooting and system optimization. Team player who adapts to changing environments and prioritizes achieving results. Reliable and driven to ensure efficient and high-quality outcomes in all task.
Overview
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Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
USAF - HVAC Technician
United States Air Force
Poggio Renatico, Italy
06.2018 - 06.2025
- Led HVAC support for NATO's largest deployment exercise, restoring critical systems mid-operation.
- Coordinated the installation and retrofitting of AC systems for secure defense compound; safeguarded $1B weapons system infrastructure
- Maintained and repaired HVAC systems across 11 mobile shelters, 3 communication modules, and 2 deployable NATO radars.
- Deployed to Al Udeid AB for 180 days; led a 6-person team in completing 125 work tasks across 740 facilities—logged 250+ maintenance hours.
- Managed $300K+ in equipment; revamped asset tracking and recovered lost inventory.
- Trained multinational personnel on system schematics, filling critical workforce gaps.
- Supervised convoy operations transporting 150 personnel and 300 tons of equipment across Europe.
Education
PME -
Airman Leadership School (ALS)
02-2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Ferndale High School
Ferndale, MI05-2014
Skills
- HVAC Installation
- Preventive Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Safety Compliance
- Manual/Power Tools
- Team Leadership & Training
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability
- Precision tasks
- Interpersonal Skills
Accomplishments
- Honorable Discharge
- 3 Air Force Achievement Medals
- Base Honor Guard Team Leader
- Led 12 Airmen across 22 events in CO, WY, and NE, serving 700+ attendees. Recognized by receiving the Air Force Achievement Medal.
Certification
EPA 608 Universal Certification – Authorized to handle refrigerants and perform repairs and maintenance on HVAC systems.
Timeline
USAF - HVAC Technician
United States Air Force
06.2018 - 06.2025
High School Diploma - undefined
Ferndale High School
PME -
Airman Leadership School (ALS)